Description
This recipe guides you to make a perfect baked mac and cheese. It uses three cheeses for a rich flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour. Cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
- Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Remove from heat. Add cheddar, Gruyère, and Monterey Jack cheese, stirring until melted.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce. Stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can use different cheeses based on your preference.
- For a crispy topping, you can add breadcrumbs.
- Make sure to stir the sauce constantly to avoid lumps.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg